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03-28-24, 08:38 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 79
Posted By freeranger

9 yrs! No doubt you were happy to get back on a...

9 yrs! No doubt you were happy to get back on a bike. And glad to hear you're "back in the saddle". Have a good one!:giver:
03-28-24, 07:53 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 212
Posted By freeranger

Guess I'm going to have to adjust. Seems like...

Guess I'm going to have to adjust. Seems like lately, it's almost always windy in our area. Had wind advisories the last couple of days. Don't like riding with 15mph wind, but think I'm going to just...
03-28-24, 06:57 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 518
Posted By freeranger

"Acoustic"? Do you tune the spokes and play it...

"Acoustic"? Do you tune the spokes and play it like a harp? I've heard a regular bike referred to as analog (makes more sense to me--mechanical watches have been referred to as analog for years). But...
03-27-24, 03:01 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 1,728
Posted By freeranger

I'm not the youngest nor oldest here, but I'll...

I'm not the youngest nor oldest here, but I'll likely be history before a front derailleur is. :50:
03-27-24, 06:31 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 451
Posted By freeranger

Ya beat me to it!!

Ya beat me to it!!
03-22-24, 02:26 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 388
Posted By freeranger

You MIGHT get away with using it. But for the...

You MIGHT get away with using it. But for the cost of a correctly sized tube and time to install it worth the chance the undersized tube MIGHT cause a flat while out riding?
Forum: Road Cycling
03-22-24, 11:37 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 502
Posted By freeranger

I do ride with a chamois. But if I didn't, I'd be...

I do ride with a chamois. But if I didn't, I'd be tempted to try one of Serfas' dual density or maybe a dual density with memory foam. They advertise a 90 day comfort guarantee. BTW-on my road bike,...
03-22-24, 06:59 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 410
Posted By freeranger

You could turn the bike upside down, on grass or...

You could turn the bike upside down, on grass or a rag under the seat and bars, to prevent scuffs. Just don't apply so much lube that it drops onto the bike-or apply to one chain section at a time...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-16-24, 07:52 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 816
Posted By freeranger

It was a few years ago, and I don't recall how...

It was a few years ago, and I don't recall how fast I went. All I can say is that it was much faster than the large dog that ran out from a farmhouse on a rural road!
03-14-24, 12:33 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,136
Posted By freeranger

I use flats pedals with pins on my mtn and road...

I use flats pedals with pins on my mtn and road bike. I've found that trail type sneakers hold the pins well. Not too long ago, I had plantar fasciitis and the foot doc recommended some insoles. They...
03-12-24, 04:38 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,791
Posted By freeranger

Kamikaze squirrels!!

Kamikaze squirrels!!
03-12-24, 06:29 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 428
Posted By freeranger

You already know the best route is to find a...

You already know the best route is to find a good, used bike. But if you're not having any luck, and can't go higher than $600, there might be another option. The bike industry seems to be in a bit...
03-10-24, 11:03 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 450
Posted By freeranger

Couldn't say, but I can tell you that a bunch of...

Couldn't say, but I can tell you that a bunch of people and I used to ride motorcycles. One of our group got a flat once, and I had some automotive fix-a-flat in my saddlebag. Worked fine on his flat...
03-10-24, 09:55 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 748
Posted By freeranger

Not trying to offend, but is a track bike the...

Not trying to offend, but is a track bike the type of bike you really want? I only ask as the site shows you as a newbie (new rider or just new to site?) and the question. Looked up track bike and..:...
03-03-24, 03:26 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 1,809
Posted By freeranger

My old (ancient?) '98 off-road hardtail is a 3 x...

My old (ancient?) '98 off-road hardtail is a 3 x 8. Doesn't get much use these days, but got used often for a good while, and always worked flawlessly. There were times when I wish the cassette had...
03-03-24, 08:18 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 418
Posted By freeranger

Also a former motorcycle rider, and have switched...

Also a former motorcycle rider, and have switched over to bicycles (different reason tho). Have fun on the new activity, and it'll all come back to ya, it's, well you know, like.............
03-01-24, 08:01 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 915
Posted By freeranger

Some padded bike shorts or undershorts might help...

Some padded bike shorts or undershorts might help while you're getting more miles in.
Amazon.com : cycling undershorts men...
03-01-24, 07:21 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,264
Posted By freeranger

I used the Silca one and found it to work for me....

I used the Silca one and found it to work for me. But no two riders, road conditions, etc., are identical. The guides are just that-a guide, and a good place to start. A little up, or down from the...
02-28-24, 11:41 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 937
Posted By freeranger

I wore glasses for 69 years before getting...

I wore glasses for 69 years before getting cataract surgery. Couldn't tell you what lenses the doc and I chose, but we went over several and I'm very happy with the results. I do use readers for...
02-28-24, 10:27 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 3,640
Posted By freeranger

I patch. And it's always a good idea to use the...

I patch. And it's always a good idea to use the "right tool" for the job. Rema patch kits have a well earned reputation. As others have mentioned, it's a good idea to carry a spare tube as well as a...
02-22-24, 12:17 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 577
Posted By freeranger

Noone but you can tell if you've found the best...

Noone but you can tell if you've found the best saddle position for you. When putting a saddle on, I'll take along a wrench and have it handy for a couple of weeks, usually. If something doesn't feel...
02-13-24, 11:35 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,759
Posted By freeranger

Luckily, there are a number of good bike shops...

Luckily, there are a number of good bike shops around here. I do almost all of my own work, but would not hesitate to go to the most of the bike shops if I didn't. Don't know that I would care to go...
02-02-24, 07:24 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 656
Posted By freeranger

73 y.o. here. While I've stayed in good physical...

73 y.o. here. While I've stayed in good physical shape, I do notice a slight decrease in flexibility in getting on and off the bike. You may have already mentioned this, but what might help the rider...
02-01-24, 08:52 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 892
Posted By freeranger

I wonder how old the used saddle in post #4 might...

I wonder how old the used saddle in post #4 might be? Perhaps the leather used was made to be more comfortable sooner and it's too supple so as to allow a quicker break in. Never owned one, but have...
01-15-24, 07:05 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 3,145
Posted By freeranger

I'm just glad I can still keep my bike moving...

I'm just glad I can still keep my bike moving forward! I've never been too concerned with being able to stay still, and I can stay still forever with one foot down! Can't track stand-not for more...
01-15-24, 06:57 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 3,596
Posted By freeranger

Have helped with flats, derailed chains, brakes,...

Have helped with flats, derailed chains, brakes, misadjusted derailleurs. Probably the best was I spotted an inexperienced rider in a group. His seat was set way too low so adjusted that. While the...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-08-24, 10:54 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,662
Posted By freeranger

Are you located in Indonesia, or is the dealer...

Are you located in Indonesia, or is the dealer shipping the bike outside of the country? If located in the same country as the bike, is it possible you could have another legit dealer take a look at...
12-31-23, 07:46 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,589
Posted By freeranger

Married for 37 years and my wife rides with me,...

Married for 37 years and my wife rides with me, both on and off road. 20 years ago, when we lived in northeast MD, we mainly rode trails, mtn.bike trails from mild to wild, and rail-trails in MD. and...
12-31-23, 07:18 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 790
Posted By freeranger

You might get more help in the Clydesdales/Athena...

You might get more help in the Clydesdales/Athena section, specifically geared towards those of larger stature.
12-24-23, 07:17 AM
Replies: 203
Views: 7,630
Posted By freeranger

To quote Google "The cockpit components include...

To quote Google "The cockpit components include all the contact points between rider and bike - handlebars, saddle and pedals. Also in this category are the other essential parts including headsets...
12-23-23, 10:21 AM
Replies: 152
Views: 7,382
Posted By freeranger

Just turned 73 and I notice that I feel different...

Just turned 73 and I notice that I feel different than 10 yrs ago or so, but I don't feel "old". My wife and I have both been lucky enough not to have any ongoing medical issues (she did have a...
12-08-23, 01:19 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 823
Posted By freeranger

Used to live in Parkton MD (think Hereford) and...

Used to live in Parkton MD (think Hereford) and sure miss the many rail trails in MD and just up the road in PA. Some good friends still reside in the area. All carry pepper spray. But the way I...
12-01-23, 07:39 AM
Replies: 176
Views: 10,654
Posted By freeranger

I was riding with a group, but stopped some time...

I was riding with a group, but stopped some time ago. Rather than lengthy explanation, see post #2.
10-29-23, 07:20 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,606
Posted By freeranger

Guess in my "senior" years, perhaps I've gotten...

Guess in my "senior" years, perhaps I've gotten less tolerant of the attitudes and bickering that the anonymity of the internet provides. It seems to have escalated a good bit on BF since I first...
10-25-23, 07:06 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,305
Posted By freeranger

Is the bike locally for sale, so you could test...

Is the bike locally for sale, so you could test ride? Or does a LBS have a similar bike you could ride? If I was to feel I needed to ride more upright, the first thing I would try would be a shorter...
10-16-23, 11:18 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 548
Posted By freeranger

Was going to meet with a client and my boss...

Was going to meet with a client and my boss showed me a tear in one of the seats in his Cadillac. About a week or so later, showed me the seat and you'd never know there was a tear. Might want to...
10-12-23, 06:22 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,289
Posted By freeranger

If you've just started using it, and it's in good...

If you've just started using it, and it's in good condition, could just need some minor adjustments or lubrication (is the chain "dry"?). Check to see if there is a bike co-op in your area. They...
10-11-23, 06:15 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 264
Posted By freeranger

Nothing to add except that it's only $20 to get a...

Nothing to add except that it's only $20 to get a new set (L&R) brand new shifters. Could get a new set while fixing the old one, and have a spare on hand.
10-09-23, 05:49 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,348
Posted By freeranger

Don't think you need to worry too much about...

Don't think you need to worry too much about wider being slower, at least not according to Rene Herse, and they should know a thing or two about tires: Why wider tires are NOT slower – Rene Herse...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-08-23, 06:57 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,426
Posted By freeranger

Am I getting slower, or just taking riding less...

Am I getting slower, or just taking riding less fast so I can enjoy the ride longer? Both I think.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-06-23, 06:27 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 3,046
Posted By freeranger

I sure hope there's no problem!! Flats with pins...

I sure hope there's no problem!! Flats with pins is what I've been using for over a decade on my road (and mtn) bike.
10-01-23, 06:20 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 5,835
Posted By freeranger

Don't know about younger, but I do consider...

Don't know about younger, but I do consider myself luckier than some! Genetics keep me on the slim side. Can eat what and however much I want and wouldn't gain a pound. Manage to stay free of illness...
09-29-23, 11:34 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 300
Posted By freeranger

I wonder if you could use something like this...

I wonder if you could use something like this (maybe with a modification?) Steel, 7 in Handle Lg, Faucet Handle Puller - 34A502|34A502 - Grainger...
09-28-23, 11:05 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 4,163
Posted By freeranger

I haven't (at least yet) owned or ridden a 1x...

I haven't (at least yet) owned or ridden a 1x system. But on my 3 x 9 road bike, don't think it's possible. The bike shifts great, is quiet in most gear combos, but even well tuned, some combos will...
09-28-23, 10:58 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,370
Posted By freeranger

Oh, my eyes! Can't unsee that!!

Oh, my eyes! Can't unsee that!!
09-28-23, 10:54 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 653
Posted By freeranger

Why not just upgrade to a quality set of linear...

Why not just upgrade to a quality set of linear brakes (also called v-brakes) and use Kool-Stop salmon pads with them? You get to keep the bike you like, save some money, and properly set up, have...
09-22-23, 02:05 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 3,224
Posted By freeranger

Until I was 50, rode nothing but mtn.bike...

Until I was 50, rode nothing but mtn.bike trails-from mild to wild. Now, at 72, only want to ride what might be considered a bit more than mild, but not real technical. A fall (not bike related)...
09-22-23, 06:32 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 701
Posted By freeranger

I've found that it's not a bad idea to check the...

I've found that it's not a bad idea to check the Park Tool or Harris Cyclery (Sheldon Brown) sites before starting a repair, even if I think I know how to go about it. Always possible there might be...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-11-23, 10:14 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,530
Posted By freeranger

Many (most?) saddles from major mfrs. come with a...

Many (most?) saddles from major mfrs. come with a return policy--most up to 30 days if the saddle is like new (maybe use elec.tape on the rails when trying it out.) A few saddles that have gotten...
Replies: 15
Views: 1,936
Posted By freeranger

Race Face Chester pedals are worth a look. Made...

Race Face Chester pedals are worth a look. Made in USA, good reputation, good quality.
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